MTD Gold 100 Series User manual
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PRINTED IN U.S.A. MTD Products Ltd., P. O. Box 1386, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT:
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT.
Safety • Setup • Adjustments • Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty
20” Rotary Mower — Model Series 100
10/29/07
769-02859A
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Finding and Recording Model Number
Table of Contents
BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING
YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT,
please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the
the model number and the serial number to the sample model
plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by
standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear
of the machine.
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new equipment. It will help you assemble,
prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Slope Gauge........................................................ 3
Safe Operation Practices ................................... 4
Set-Up & Adjustments ........................................ 6
Operation ............................................................. 8
Maintenance & Off-Season Storage ................ 10
Trouble Shooting .............................................. 12
Warranty ............................................................ 13
Illustrated Parts Lists ....................................... 14
Please do
NOT
return the unit to the retailer from which it was purchased,
without first contacting Customer Support.
Customer Support
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit,
you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
1. Visit www.mtdcanada.ca for many useful suggestions, click on Customer Support button.
2. Call a Customer Support Representative at 1-800-668-1238.
3. The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifica-
tions, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with
your unit, for more information.
Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information.
You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.
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Slope
Gauge
WARNING
Do not mow on inclines
with a slope in excess
of 15 degrees (a rise
of approximately
2-1/2 feet every 10
feet). A riding mower
could overturn and
cause serious injury.
If operating a walk-
behind mower on such
a slope, it is extremely
difficult to maintain your
footing and you could
slip, resulting in serious
injury.
Operate RIDING
mowers up and down
slopes, never across
the face of slopes.
Operate
WALK-BEHIND
mowers across the
face of slopes, never
up and down slopes.
Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree...
or a corner of a building...
or a fence post
Fold along dotted line (represents a 15° slope)
15°
Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate
your lawn mower on such slopes.
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Safe
Operation
Practices
General Operation
1. Read this operator’s manual carefully in its entirety before
attempting to assemble this machine. Read, understand, and
follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s)
before operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future
and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of
this machine before operating it.
3. This machine is a precision piece of power equipment, not a
plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times.
Your unit has been designed to perform one job: to mow grass.
Do not use it for any other purpose.
4. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this
machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and
understand the instructions in this manual and should be
trained and supervised by a adult.
5. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules
of safe operation should be allowed to use this machine.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other
foreign objects which could be tripped over or picked up
and thrown by the blade. Thrown objects can cause serious
personal injury.
7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward
roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharg-
ing material against a wall or obstruction which may cause
discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator.
8. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, stay
in the operator zone behind the handles and keep children,
bystanders, helpers and pets at least 75 feet from the mower
while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
9. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation
and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes.
Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the
eyes.
10. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks
and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs
and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never operate this
machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light weight (e.g.
canvas) shoes.
11. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting
deck. Contact with the blade can amputate hands and feet.
12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade
contact or thrown object injuries.
13. Many injuries occur as a result of the mower being pulled
over the foot during a fall caused by slipping or tripping. Do
not hold on to the mower if you are falling; release the handle
immediately.
14. Never pull the mower back toward you while you are walking. If
you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction first
look down and behind to avoid tripping and then follow these
steps:
a. Step back from the mower to fully extend your arms.
b. Be sure you are well balanced with sure footing.
c. Pull the mower back slowly, no more than half way toward you.
d. Repeat these steps as needed.
15. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
16. Do not engage the self-propelled mechanism on units so
equipped while starting engine.
17. The blade control handle is a safety device. Never attempt
to bypass its operation. Doing so makes the safety device
inoperative and may result in personal injury through contact with
the rotating blade. The blade control handle must operate easily
in both directions and automatically return to the disengaged
position when released.
18. Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your
footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you
feel you are losing your footing, release the blade control handle
immediately and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds.
19. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. Walk, never run.
20. Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
21. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is gener-
ally a warning of trouble.
22. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete
stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute.
The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the
engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the blade
area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating.
23. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover,
grass catcher, blade control handle or other safety protective
devices in place and working. Never operate mower with
damaged safety devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal
injury.
24. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not
touch.
25. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while
the engine is running.
26. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the
manufacturer. Failure to do so can result in personal injury.
27. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then
pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull
hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go. Broken
bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.
28. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care
and good judgment. Call customer assistance for the name of
your nearest servicing dealer.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can
result in severe injury. Operation on slopes requires extra caution.
If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For your safety, use
the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes
before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area. If the slope is
greater than 15 degrees, do not mow it.
Do:
1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can
cause you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING
This symbol points
out important safety
instructions which, if
not followed, could
endanger the personal
safety and/or property
of yourself and others.
Read and follow all
instructions in this
manual before at-
tempting to operate
this machine. Failure
to comply with these
instructions may result
in personal injury. When
you see this symbol.
HEED ITS WARNING!
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use
of this power machine
to persons who read,
understand
and follow the warnings
and instructions
in this manual
and on the machine.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with
any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This
machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
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3. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious
personal injury. If you feel you are losing your balance, release
the blade control handle immediately, and the blade will stop
rotating within 3 seconds.
Do Not:
1. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments, you could
lose your footing or balance.
2. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope
gauge.
3. Do not mow on wet grass. Unstable footing could cause slipping.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence
of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing
activity. They do not understand the dangers. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
3. Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for
small children.
4. Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision of a
child who may run into the mower.
5. Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer
burns from a hot muffler.
6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power
mower. Children 14 years old and over should read and under-
stand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual
and should be trained and supervised by a parent.
Service
Safe Handling Of Gasoline:
1. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care
in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when
gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
2. Use only an approved gasoline container.
3. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed
with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away
from your vehicle before filling.
4. Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from
a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
5. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not
use a nozzle lock-open device.
6 Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of
ignition.
7. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will
accumulate in the area.
8. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or run-
ning. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
9. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below
bottom of filler neck to provide for fuel expansion.
10. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
11. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move
unit to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.
12. Never store the machine or fuel container near an open flame,
spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace,
clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
13. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove
any fuel soaked debris.
14. Allow a mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
General Service:
1. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and
deadly gas.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the
blade and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark
plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting.
3. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for
damage (e.g., bent, cracked, worn) Replace blade with the
original equipment manufacture’s (O.E.M.) blade only, listed
in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper performance
and compromise safety!”
4. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
5. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition.
6. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
7. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Thoroughly
inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the damage before
starting and operating the mower.
8. Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height adjustment
while the engine is running.
9. Grass catcher components, discharge cover, and trail shield
are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. For safety protection,
frequently check components and replace immediately with
original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed
in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper performance
and compromise safety!”
10. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the
engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating
speed of the engine.
11. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or
leaks. Replace if necessary.
12. Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
13. Maintain or replace safety labels, as necessary.
14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations. Improper
disposal of fluids and materials can harm the environment.
Do not modify engine
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way.
Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine
and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with
factory setting of engine governor.
Average Useful Life
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC)
and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product
has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 60 hours of
operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life, buy a new
machine or have the machine inspected annually by an authorized
service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems
are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can
result in accidents, injuries or death.
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Safe
Operation
Practices
WARNING
This machine is equipped
with an internal combus-
tion engine and should
not be used on or near
any unimproved forest-
covered, brushcovered or
grass-covered land unless
the engine’s exhaust
system is equipped with a
spark arrester meeting ap-
plicable local or provincial
laws (if any).
If a spark arrester is used,
it should be maintained in
effective working order by
the operator.
A spark arrester for the muf-
fler is available through your
nearest engine authorized
service dealer.
Notice regarding Emis-
sions
Engines which are certified
to comply with California
and federal EPA emission
regulations for SORE (Small
Off Road Equipment) are
certified to operate on regu-
lar unleaded gasoline, and
may include the following
emission control systems:
Engine Modification (EM)
and Three Way Catalyst
(TWC) if so equipped.
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NOTE: Reference to right, left, front and rear
of the lawn mower is in relation to the operating
position.
WARNING: Disconnect and
ground the spark plug wire as
instructed in the separate engine
manual.
1. Remove any packing material which may be
between upper and lower handles.
a. Pull up and back on the upper handle to
raise the handle into the operating position.
Position A.
b. Tighten knobs securing upper handle to
lower handle. Make sure that each car-
riage bolt is seated properly in the handle.
Position B.
Figure 3
Figure 2
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C
D
B
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Setup and
Adjustments
IMPORTANT
This unit is shipped
WITHOUT GASOLINE
or OIL. After assem-
bly, service engine
with gasoline and
oil as instructed in
the separate engine
manual packed with
your unit.
2. Locate hairpin clip in one hole on the weld pin
on each side of lower handle. Figure 2.
a. Remove hairpin clip from this hole. Using
a pair of pliers, insert hairpin clip into the
other hole on the weld pin. Repeat on
other side. Position A.
3. Rope guide Setup as follows, see Figure 3.
a. Hold the blade control against the upper
handle. Position A.
b. Slowly pull starter rope out of engine.
Position B.
c. Slip starter rope into the rope guide. Posi-
tion C.
d. Tighten rope guide wing nut (star knobs).
Position D.
This owner’s manual
covers various models
of lawnmowers. The
units illustrated may
vary slightly from your
unit. Follow only those
instructions which
pertain to your model
lawnmower.
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Figure 4
NOTE: All wheels must
be in the same height
of cut.
When cutting in heavy
or moist grass, the rear
of the lawnmower may
be raised higher to
allow better discharge
of the grass.
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Setup and
Adjustments
4. Insert post on cable ties into holes provided
on the lower handle. Pull cable tie tight and
trim excess. See Figure 4.
Figure 6
Figure 5
"
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5. Each wheel has a height adjustment lever to
change the cutting height of the mower. To
change the height of cut, squeeze adjuster
lever toward the wheel, moving up or down to
selected height. See Figure 5.
6. Your mower has been shipped as a mulcher.
To discharge grass to the side, lift mulching
plug. Slide the two hooks on the side
discharge deflector under the hinge pin on
the mulching plug assembly, see Figure 6.
Lower the mulching plug.
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Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
Blade Control Handle
The blade control handle is located on the
upper handle of the mower. See Figure 8. The
blade control handle must be depressed in
order to operate the unit. Release the blade
control handle to stop the engine and blade.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is attached to the right upper
handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil
starter rope to start the unit.
Mulching Plug
The mulching plug is used to recirculate
grass clippings back to the lawn. Attach it as
instructed on page 7 of this manual.
Cutting Height Adjustment Levers
One adjustment lever is located on each wheel
and is used to adjust the cutting height. All four
levers have to be at the same relative position
to ensure uniform cut.
Know Your Lawn Mower
Before Starting
1. Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate engine manual.
2. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If unit is
equipped with a rubber boot over the end of
the spark plug wire, make certain the metal
loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside
the rubber boot) is fastened securely over the
metal tip on the spark plug.
To Start Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual packed
with your unit.
1. Place the fuel valve lever found on the left side
of the engine into the ON (OPEN) position,
Figure 4-3.
2. Move the choke lever all the way backward
into the choke position.
WARNING
Figure 8
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Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions and warnings
on the machine and
in this manual before
operating.
This blade control
mechanism is a
safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its
operations.
Use extreme care
when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are
explosive. Never fuel
the machine indoors
or while the engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and
other sources of
ignition.
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Operating
Your Lawn
Mower
WARNING
The operation of any
lawn mower can result
in foreign objects
being thrown into
the eyes, which can
damage your eyes
severely. Always wear
safety glasses while
operating the mower,
or while performing
any adjustments or
repairs on it.
Be sure no one other
than the operator is
standing near the lawn
mower while starting
engine or operating
mower. Never run
engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas. En-
gine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly
gas. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing
away from any moving
parts on engine and
lawn mower.
Figure 9
3. Standing behind the mower, squeeze the
blade control against upper handle, Figure
9. The choke will now begin to slowly return
to the off choke position after activating the
blade control. Therefore, quickly move onto
step four below.
4. Grasp the starter handle as shown and pull
slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly
to start engine and avoid kickback. Return it
slowly to the rope guide.
WARNING: Wait for the blade to
stop completely before perform-
ing any work on the mower or to
remove the grass catcher.
To Stop Engine :
1. Release the blade control handle to stop the
engine and blade.
WARNING: The blade continues
to rotate for a few seconds after
the engine is shut off.
2. Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire
as instructed in the separate engine manual
to prevent accidental starting while equip-
ment is unattended.
Using Your Lawn Mower
Be sure the lawn is clear of stones, sticks, wire,
or other objects which could damage the lawn
mower or the engine. Such objects could be
accidently thrown by the mower in any direction
and cause serious personal injury to the opera-
tor and others.
WARNING: If you strike a foreign
object, stop the engine. Remove
wire from the spark plug, thor-
oughly inspect the mower for any
damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating
the mower. Extensive vibration
of the mower during operation is
an indication of damage. The unit
should be promptly inspected
and repaired.
Operating Tips
1. For best results and effective mulching, do
not cut wet grass.
2. New grass, thick grass, or wet grass may
require a narrower cut.
3. For a healthier lawn, never cut off more than
one-third of the total length of the grass.
4. Your lawn should be cut in the fall as long as
there
is growth.
5. Adjust ground speed according to condition
of lawn.
6. If the grass has been allowed to grow in
excess of 4 inches, mulching is not recom-
mended. Mow using the side discharge to
reduce the grass height to 3-1/4 inches or
less before mulching.
ON
OFF
2
3
4
1
10
5
WARNING
Always stop engine,
disconnect spark
plug, and ground
against engine before
cleaning, lubricating
or doing any kind of
maintenance on your
machine.
Figure 10
General Recommendations
1. Always observe safety rules when
performing any maintenance.
2. The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from warranty, operator must maintain
the lawn mower as instructed here.
3. Changing of engine-governed speed will void
engine warranty.
4. All adjustments should be checked at least
once each season.
5. Periodically check all fasteners and make
sure these are tight.
Lubrication
1. Lubricate the pivot points on the blade
control handle at least once a season with
light oil. The blade control must operate
freely in both directions. See Figure 10.
2. If your mower is equipped with ball bearing
wheels, lubricate at least once a season
with a light oil, all other types require no
lubrication. However, if the wheels are
removed for any reason, lubricate the
surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface
of the wheel with light automotive oil.
3. Lubricate the torsion spring and pivot point
periodically with light oil to prevent rust. See
Figure 10.
4. Follow the accompanying engine manual for
lubrication schedule and instruction.
,UBRICATETHESE
POINTSBEFORE
REASSEMBLY
Engine
1. Refer to the separate engine manual for
engine maintenance instructions.
2. Maintain engine oil as instructed in the
separate engine manual packed with your unit.
Read and follow instructions carefully.
3. Under normal conditions service air cleaner
as instructed in the separate engine manual
packed with your unit. Clean every few hours
under extremely dusty conditions. Poor
engine performance and flooding usually indi-
cates that the air cleaner should be serviced.
4. The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap
reset once a season. Spark plug replacement
is recommended at the start of each mowing
season; check engine manual for correct plug
type and gap specifications.
NOTE: This spark ignition system meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
5. Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or
brush. Keep the cooling system (blower hous-
ing area) clean to permit proper air circulation
which is essential to engine performance and
life. Be certain to remove all grass, dirt and
combustible debris from muffler area.
Deck
The underside of the mower deck should be
cleaned after each use to prevent a buildup of
grass clippings, leaves, dirt or other matter. If this
debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust
and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching.
The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower
and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make
certain the spark plug wire is disconnected).
NOTE: If unit is tipped for easier access to
blade or belt, tip mower as specified in separate
engine manual. If it does not specify turn mower
on its side making sure that the air filter and the
carburetor are up.
We do not recommend
the use of pressure
washers or garden
hose to clean your
unit. These may cause
damage to electrical
components, spindles,
pulleys, bearings, or
the engine. The use
of water will result in
shortened life and
reduce serviceability.
Maintenance
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5
WARNING
When removing
the cutting blade
for sharpening or
replacement, protect
your hands with a
pair of heavy gloves
or use a heavy rag to
hold the blade.
An unbalanced blade
will cause excessive
vibration when rotat-
ing at high speeds. It
may cause damage
to mower, and could
break causing per-
sonal injury.
Figure 11
Blade Care
WARNING: When removing the
cutting blade for sharpening or
replacement, protect your hands
with a pair of heavy gloves or use
a heavy rag to hold the blade.
Periodically inspect the blade adapter for
cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object.
Replace when necessary. Follow the steps
below for blade service:
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug.
2. Tip mower as specified in separate engine
manual. If it does not specify turn mower on
its side making sure that the air filter and the
carburetor are up.
3. Remove the bolt and the blade bell support
which hold the blade and the blade adapter
to the engine crankshaft. See Figure 11.
4. Remove blade and adapter from the crank-
shaft.
5. The blade may be resharpened by removing
it and either grinding or filing the cutting edge
keeping as close to the original bevel as
possible. Do not attempt to sharpen the blade
while it is still on the mower.
6. It is extremely important that each cutting
edge receives an equal amount of grinding to
prevent an unbalanced blade.
NOTE: Improper blade balance will result in
excessive vibration causing eventual damage to
the engine and mower. Be sure to carefully bal-
ance blade after sharpening. Possible damage
resulting from blade unbalance condition is not
the responsibility of the manufacturer.
NOTE: Always remove blade from the adapter
for testing balance.
7. The blade can be tested for balance by
balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver.
Remove metal from the heavy side until it
balances evenly.
8. Before reassembling the blade and the blade
adapter to the unit, lubricate the engine
crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade
adapter with light oil.
Cutting grass in sandy
soil condition causes
abrasive wear to the
blade.
9. Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft
with the “star” away from the engine. See
Figure 11. Place the blade with the side
marked “bottom” (or with part number) facing
away from the adapter. Align the blade bell
support over the blade with the tabs in the
holes of the blade and insert the hex bolt.
10. Tighten the hex bolt to the torque listed
below:
Blade Mounting Torque
Center Bolt 450 in. lb. min., 600 in.lb. max.
To insure safe operation of your unit, ALL nuts
and bolts must be checked periodically for
correct tightness.
Off-Season Storage
The following steps should be taken to prepare
your lawn mower for storage.
1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as
described in the lubrication instructions.
2. We do not recommend the use of a pressure
washer or garden hose to clean your unit.
3. Refer to engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions.
4. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis
grease to prevent rusting.
5. Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not
store next to corrosive materials, such as
fertilizer.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equip-
ment in a poorly ventilated or metal storage
shed, care should be taken to rust-proof the
equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the
equipment, especially cables and all moving
parts of your lawn mower before storage.
Maintenance
12
For repairs beyond
the minor adjust-
ments listed here,
contact an authorized
service dealer.
6
Trouble
Shooting
CauseProblem Remedy
Engine fails to start 1. Blade control handle disengaged.
2. Spark plug wire disconnected.
3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
4. Engine not primed.
5. Faulty spark plug.
6. Blocked fuel line.
7. Engine flooding.
1. Engage blade control handle.
2. Connect wire to spark plug.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Refer to engine manual.
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
6. Clean fuel line.
7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not
prime.
Engine runs erratic 1. Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
2. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
3. Clear vent.
4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill with
fresh fuel.
5. Refer to engine manual.
6. Refer to engine manual.
1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
3. Gas cap vent plugged.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Carburetor out of adjustment.
Engine overheats 1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Refer to the engine manual packed with
your unit.
3. Remove blower housing and clean.
4. Refer to engine manual.
1. Engine oil level low.
2. Dirty air filter.
3. Air flow restricted.
4. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Occasional skip
(hesitates) at high speed
1. Adjust gap to .030”. Refer to engine
manual.
2. Refer to engine manual.
1. Spark plug gap too close.
2. Carburetor idle mixture adjustment
improperly set.
Idles poorly 1. Reset gap to .030” or replace spark plug.
Refer to engine manual.
2. Refer to engine manual.
3. Refer to engine manual.
1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too
wide.
2. Carburetor improperly adjusted.
3. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Cutting Blade loose or unbalanced.
2. Bent cutting blade.
1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade
2. Replace blade.
Excessive vibration
1. Wheels not positioned correctly.
2. Dull blade.
Uneven cut 1. Place all four wheels in same height
position.
2. Sharpen or replace blade.
1. Wet grass.
2. Excessive high grass.
3. Dull blade.
1. Do not mow when grass is wet;
wait until later to cut.
2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then
mow again at desired height or make a
narrower cutting path.
3. Sharpen or replace blade.
Mower will not mulch
grass
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7
Warranty
Failure to comply
with suggested
maintenance
and lubrication
specifications
will void
warranty.
TWO YEAR SUPREME WARRANTY:
For two years from date of retail purchase within Canada, MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED will, at
its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found
to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty covers units which have been oper-
ated and maintained in accordance with the owner’s instructions furnished with the unit, and
which have not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident improper
maintenance or alteration. Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to special
terms as noted below in the Ninety Day Consumer Warranty clause.
The engine, starter motor or component parts thereof carry separate warranties from their
manufacturers. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty policy for these items.
Ninety Day Consumer Warranty on Normal Wear Parts: All normal wear part failures
will be covered on this product for a period of 90 days. After 90 days but within the two year
warranty period, normal wear part failures will be covered if caused by defects in material or
workmanship of other component parts. Normal wear parts are defined as batteries, belts,
blades, blade adaptors, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, tires and clutch parts (friction
wheels).
Full Ninety Day Warranty on Battery (if equipped): For ninety (90) days from the date of
retail purchase, if any battery included with this unit proves defective in material or workman-
ship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED
will replace the battery at no charge to the original purchaser.
Additional Limited Thirty Day Warranty on Battery (if equipped): After ninety (90) days
but within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of purchase, MTD PRODUCTS
LIMITED will replace the defective battery, for the original purchaser, for a cost of one-half (½)
of the current retail price of the battery in effect at the date of return.
Personal use: THE FOREGOING PARAGRAPHS CONSTITUTE THE MANUFACTURER’S
ENTIRE WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT PURCHASED AND USED
FOR PERSONAL FAMILY, HOUSEHOLD/RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES, AS DISTINGUISHED
FROM COMMERCIAL USAGE.
Commercial use: ALL APPLICATIONS OTHER THAN PERSONAL USE AS OUTLINED
ABOVE, ARE CONSIDERED COMMERCIAL USAGE.
New products purchased for commercial usage are warranted in the same manner and to the
same extend EXCEPT the term of warranty will be 90 DAYS from date of purchase.
How to Obtain Service: Warranty service is available, with proof of purchase, through your
local MTD Authorized Service Dealer. If you do not know the dealer in your area, please
write to the Service Department of MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED, P.O. BOX 1386, KITCHENER,
ONTARIO N2G 4J1. The return of a complete unit will not be accepted by the factory unless
prior written permission has been extended by MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED.
Other Warranties: All other warranties, express or implied, including any implied warranty of
merchantability is limited in its duration to that set forth in this express limited warranty. The
provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy of MTD PROD-
UCTS LIMITED obligations arising from the sale of its products. MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED
will not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
06.18.06
15
8
For parts and/or
accessories refer to
customer support on
page 2.
Adressez-vous au
«Service après-vente»
à la page 2 pour ce qui
concerne les pièces
et/ou accessoires.
REF PART
NO. NO.
N° DE N° DE
RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION
1 747-1161A Blade Con trol Han dle Poignée de la commande
2 731-2626 Deluxe Cover - Black Couvercle - noir
731-04204 Deluxe Cover - Red Couvercle - rouge
731-04859 Deluxe Cover - Grey Couvercle - gris
3 687-02338 Pivot Arm LH Bras de pivotement - droit
4 687-02075B Hgt. Adjust Ass’y LH Réglage de hau teur - gauche
5 687-02074B Hgt. Adjust Ass’y RH Réglage de hau teur - droit
6 687-02337 Pivot Arm RH Bras de pivotement - droit
7 710-1205 Rope Guide Bolt Boulon de guidage de cor don
8 710-1174 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0 Boulon ordi naire 5/16-18 x 2,0
9 749-0928B Lower Han dle Guidon inférieur
10 720-0279 Knob - ERS Guide 1/4-20 Bouton - 1/4-20
11 720-04072 Knob - Star 5/16-18 Bouton - étoile 5/16-18
12 714-0104 Int. Cot ter Pin .072 x 1.13" Lg. Goupille fendue 0,072 x 1,13 po. de lg.
13 746-1137 Control Ca ble 53.0" Lg. (Tec) Câble de la commande 53,0 po (Tec)
746-04104 Control Ca ble 40.0" Lg. (Kawasaki) Câble de la commande 40,0 po (Kawasaki)
746-0957 Control Ca ble 37.25 " Lg. (Honda) Câble de la commande 37,25 po (Honda)
14 749-1092A Up per Han dle Guidon supérieur
15 726-0240 Ca ble Tie Attache câble
16 731-04019 Rear Flap Abattant de pro tection arrière
17 17098 Hinge Clip Attache
18 682-0139 Deck As sem bly Plateau de coupe
19 687-02107 Rear Hgt. Ad just Ass’y LH Réglage de hau teur-gauche arrière
20 720-0426 Knob Bou ton
21 732-0404 Spring Le ver Levier de ressort
22 734-2004A Wheel Ass'y 8" x 2.125" Idle BB Ensemble de roue 8 x 2,125 po
734-04033 Wheel Ass'y 8" x 2.0" S-Wave BB Ensemble de roue 8 x 2,0 po
23 736-0504 Wave Washer .51" ID (w/bb wheels) Rondelle ondulée 0,51 DI (avec roulement à billes)
24 687-02106 Rear Hgt. Ad just Ass’y RH Réglage de hau teur - droit arrière
25 731-1426A Hub Cap - Yel low Ra dial (op tional) Moyeu de cha peau - jaune (en op tion)
731-0981A Hub Cap - Grey Ra dial (op tional) Moyeu de cha peau - gris (en op tion)
731-0982A Hub Cap - Grey Ra dial (op tional) Moyeu de cha peau - gris (en op tion)
26 738-04266 Shoulder Screw .50 Dia. x .385 Vis à épaulement 0,50 Dia. x 0,385
27 687-02180 Adjust/Brkt. Ass’y RH Support - droit
28 687-02179 Adjust/Brkt. Ass’y LH Support - gauche
29 7510042823 Screw Vis
30 732-0731 Tor sion Spring Ressort de tor sion
31 731-04525 Shroud - Yel low Capot - jaune
32 782-7006 Hinged Adapter Adaptateur
33 736-0270 Cupped Washer .265 ID x .75 OD Rondelle creuse 0,265 DI x 0,75 DE
34 710-0599 Hex Wash S-Tapp Scr 1/4-20 x .50 Vis taraudée
35 710-0654A Hex Wash HD Tap Scr 3/8-16 x .88 Vis autotaraudée 3/8-16 x 0,88
36 731-1409B Chute De flec tor Déflecteur
37 731-1501A Mulch ing Plug Boucon de déchiquetage
38 712-04065 Flanged Lock Nut 3/8-16 Gr. F Écrou de blocage 3/8-16 Qual. F
39 787-01290A Height Ad juster Plate Plaque de réglage de roue
40 731-1933 Front End Cover -Yel low (op tional) Couvercle-jaune (en op tion)
731-1949 Front End Cover-Black (op tional) Couvercle-noir (en op tion)
41 748-04096 Blade Adapter Adaptateur de la lame
42 742-0740 20" Mulch ing Blade Lame 20 po
43 736-0524B Blade Bell Sup port Support de lame
44 710-1044 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5" Lg. (Grade 8) Vis à tête hex. 3/8-24 x 1,50 po de lg (Qual. 8)
45 747-0710 Hinge Pin Axe fixe
47 682-7002 Hinged Mulch ing Plug Ass'y Ensemble de bouchon de déchiquetage à
charnière
106/700
10.30.07
Parts List
Pièces
détachées
13
7
Garantie
Le non-respect des
conseils d’entretien
et de lubrification
annule la garantie.
GARANTIE SUPRÊME DE DEUX ANS
MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED s’engage à réparer ou à remplacer gratuitement, à son choix, à
l’acheteur initial, la ou les pièces qui s’avèrent défectueuses en raison d’un vice de matière ou
de fabrication dans les deux ans qui suivent la date d’achat au détail au Canada. Cette garantie
s’applique seulement aux machines qui ont été utilisées et entretenues conformément aux instruc-
tions publiées dans la notice d’utilisation accompagnant la machine, qui n’ont pas fait l’objet d’un
emploi incorrect ou abusif, de négligence, d’un entretien inadéquat ou de modification, qui n’ont pas
été accidentées et qui n’ont pas été utilisées à des fins commerciales. Les pièces courantes font
l’objet de conditions spéciales énumérées ci-dessous dans la clause «Garantie de quatre-vingt-dix
jours au consommateur».
Le moteur, le moteur de démarrage ainsi que ses composants font l’objet d’une garantie séparée
de leurs fabricants respectifs. Veuillez consulter les conditions de garantie du fabricant en ce qui
concerne ces pièces.
«Garantie de quatre-vingt-dix jours au consommateur» des pièces courantes: Toutes les
pièces courantes sont protégées pendant 90 jours. À l’expiration du délai de 90 jours, mais avant
la fin de la période de garantie de deux ans, les pièces courantes sont protégées si leur défaillance
résulte du vice de matière ou de fabrication d’une autre pièce. Par pièces courantes, on entend les
batteries, les courroies, les lames, les adaptateurs de lame, les sacs à herbe, les roues du plateau
de coupe des tondeuses à siège, les sièges, les pneus et les pièces de l’embrayage (roues de
frottement).
Garantie complète de quatre-vingt-dix jours sur la batterie (le cas échéant): MTD s’engage à
remplacer gratuitement à l’acheteur initial, pour une période de quatre-vingt-dix (90) jours à compter
de la date d’achat au détail, toute batterie fournie avec cette machine qui s’avère défectueuse en
raison d’un vice de matière ou de fabrication et après que nos tests aient confirmé qu’elle ne peut
maintenir une charge.
Garantie limitée supplémentaire de trente jours sur la batterie (le cas échéant): MTD
s’engage, à l’expiration de la période de quatre-vingt-dix (90) jours et avant la fin d’une période de
cent vingt (120) jours à compter de la date d’achat, à remplacer la batterie défectueuse à l’acheteur
initial, pour la moitié (1/2) du prix de détail en vigueur de la batterie à la date du retour de celle-ci.
Utilisation personnelle: LES PARAGRAPHES PRÉCÉDENTS CONSTITUENT LA GARANTIE
COMPLÈTE DU FABRICANT COUVRANT TOUTE MACHINE ACHETÉE ET UTILISÉE À DES FINS
PERSONNELLES, FAMILIALES. DOMESTIQUES/RÉSIDENTIELLES ET NON COMMERCIALES.
Utilisation commerciale: TOUTES LES UTILISATIONS AUTRES QUE L’UTILISATION PERSON-
NELLE TELLE QUE DÉCRITE CI-DESSUS SONT CONSIDÉRÉES COMMERCIALES.
Les machines neuves achetées à des fins commerciales sont garanties de la même manière et dans
les mêmes conditions, MAIS pour une durée de 90 jours à compter de la date d’achat.
Pour obtenir le service sous garantie: Tout concessionnaire-réparateur agréé par MTD est en
mesure d’assurer tout service sous garantie sur présentation d’une preuve d’achat. Si vous ne con-
naissez pas le concessionnaire-réparateur de votre localité, adressez-vous au service après-vente,
MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED, C. P. 1386, KITCHENER (ONTARIO) N2G 4J1. Une machine complète
ne peut être retournée à l’usine que si elle est accompagnée d’une autorisation écrite préalable de
MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED.
Autres garanties: Toutes les autres garanties, exprimées ou tacites, y compris les garanties
tacites de qualité marchande, se limitent à la durée stipulée dans la garantie limitée exprimée. Les
conditions stipulées dans cette garantie représentent les seules obligations de MTD PRODUCTS
LIMITED découlant de la vente de ses produits. MTD PRODUCTS LIMITED n’est pas responsable
de toute perte ni de tout dommage indirect ou accidentel.
11.1.06
12
Pour toute
réparation autre
que les ajustements
mineurs énuméré
ici, adressez-vous à
la station technique
agréée.
6
Dépannage
CauseProblème Solution
Le moteur ne
démarre pas.
Le moteur tourne
irrégulièrement.
1. Branchez et serrez le fil de la bougie.
2. Nettoyez la canalisation. Faites le plein
avec une essence propre et fraîche.
3. Débouchez l’évent.
4. Videz le réservoir à carburant. Faites
le plein avec une essence fraîche.
5. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du
moteur.
6. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du
moteur.
1. Fil de la bougie desserré.
2. La canalisation de carburant est
bouchée ou l’essence est eventée.
3. L’event du capuchon du réservoir est
bouché.
4. De l’eau ou une saleté est présente dans
le système.
5. Le filtre à air est sale.
6. Le carburateur est mal régle.
1. La poignée de commande de la lame n’est
pas embrayée.
2. Fil de la bougie débranché.
3. Le réservoir est vide ou l’essence est
éventée.
4. Moteur non amorcé.
5. La bougie est défectueuse.
6. Canalisation de carburant bouchée.
7. Le moteur est noyé.
1. Embrayez la poignée de commande de
la lame.
2. Branchez le fil à la bougie.
3. Faites le plein avec une essence propre
et fraîche.
4. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du
moteur.
5. Nettoyez, réglez l’écartement ou
replacez la bougie.
6. Nettoyez la canalisation.
7. Attendez quelques minutes avant
d’essayer de faire démarrer le moteur
Le moteur surchauffe. 1. Faites le plein d’huile du carter.
2. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du
moteur.
3. Démontez l’habitacle du ventilateur et
nettoyez-le.
4. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du
moteur.
1. Niveau d’huile trop bas.
2. Le filtre à air est sale.
3. La circulation d’air est gênée.
4. La carburateur est mal régle.
Le moteur hésite parfois à
régime élevé.
1. Réglez l’écartement à 0,030 po. Con-
sultez la notice d’utilisation du moteur
2. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du
moteur.
1. La bougie est sale, défectueuse ou
l’écartement est trop grand.
2. Le carburateur est mal réglé.
3. Le filtre à air est sale.
1. L’écartement de la bougie est trop petit.
2. Mélange du ralenti du carburateur mal
réglé.
Le moteur tourne
irrégulièrement.
1. Réglez l’écartement à 0,030 po ou
remplacez la bougie. Consultez la
notice d’utilisation du moteur.
2. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du
moteur.
3. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du
moteur.
Vibrations excessives. 1. Serrez la lame et l’adaptateur.
Équilibrez la lame.
2. Remplacez la lame.
1. La lame est desserrée ou mal équilibrée.
2. La lame est déformée.
La coupe est irrégulière 1. Placez les quatre roues à la même
hauteur.
2. Aiguisez ou remplacez la lame.
1. Les roues ne sont pas bien
positionnées.
2. La lame est émoussée.
La tondeuse ne
déchiquette pas l’herbe.
1. Ne tondez pas quand l’herbe est mouil-
lée. Attendez qu’elle sèche.
2. Coupez l’herbe à un réglage élevé, puis
tondez à nouveau à la hauteur voulue ou
sur une largeur plus étroite.
3. Aiguisez ou remplacez la lame.
1. L’herbe est mouillée.
2. L’herbe est trop haute.
3. La lame est émoussée.
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5
Entretien
Portez toujours
des gants épais ou
utilisez un chiffon
épais pour manipuler
la lame en la démon-
tant pour l’aiguiser ou
la remplacer.
Si la lame est
déséquilibrée,
elle fera vibrer la
tondeuse de façon
excessive, mais elle
pourrait aussi causer
des dommages
à la tondeuse
ou même casser
pendant qu’elle
tourne, et causer de
sérieuses blessures à
l’utilisateur.
Figure 11
Entretien et remplacement de la lame
AVERTISSEMENT: Portez tou-
jours des gants épais ou utilisez
un chiffon épais pour manipuler
la lame en la démontant pour
l’aiguiser ou la remplacer.
Examinez périodiquement l’adaptateur de lame
pour y détecter tout fendillement éventuel, sur-
tout après avoir heurté un objet. Remplacez-le
au besoin. Procédez comme suit pour l’entretien
de la lame:
1. Débranchez toujours le fil de la bougie.
2. Basculez la tondeuse selon les instructions
dans la notice d’utilisation. S’il n’y a pas
d’instructions spécifiques, basculez la
tondeuse avec le filtre à air et le carburateur
sur le haut.
3. Enlevez le boulon et le support de la lame
qui maintiennent la lame et l’adaptateur sur le
vilebrequin. Voir la Figure 11.
4. Dégagez la lame et l’adaptateur du vilebre-
quin.
5. Pour l’affûter à nouveau, démontez-la puis
meulez ou limez les bords tranchants en
maintenant l’angle aussi près que possible du
biseau original. N’essayez pas d’aiguiser la
lame encore installée sur la tondeuse.
6. Il est essentiel que chaque tranchant soit
affûté également pour ne pas avoir une lame
déséquilibrée.
REMARQUE: Une lame déséquilibrée cause
des vibrations qui peuvent endommager le
moteur et la tondeuse. Assurez-vous de bien
rééquilibrer la lame après l’avoir aiguisée. Le
fabricant de la tondeuse ne peut être tenu
responsable des dégâts causés par le mauvais
équilibre de la lame.
REMARQUE: Démontez toujours la lame de
son adaptateur pour vérifiez son bon équilibre.
7. Vous pouvez vérifier l’équilibre de la lame
en la plaçant sur un tournevis à tige ronde.
Limez le métal du côté le plus lourd jusqu’à
ce que la lame soit parfaitement équilibrée.
8. Avant de remonter la lame et son adaptateur
sur la tondeuse, lubrifiez le vilebrequin et la
surface intérieure de l’adaptateur avec une
huile légère.
9. Placez l’adaptateur de la lame sur le vilebre-
quin, «l’étoile» à l’opposé du moteur. Voir la
Figure 11. Placez la lame, le côté sur lequel
Le fait de couper
l’herbe sur un sol
sablonneux provoque
l’usure de la lame par
abrasion.
la mention «Bottom» (ou le numéro de pièce)
apparaît, à l’opposé de l’adaptateur. Alignez
le support de la lame sur celle-ci en enfon-
çant les pattes dans les trous de la lame, puis
insérez le boulon hex.
10. Serrez le boulon hex. au couple recom-
mandé ci-dessous:
Couple de montage de la lame
Boulon centrale 450 po-lb min., 600 po-lb max.
Vérifiez périodiquement que TOUS les écrous et
boulons de la machine sont bien serrés.
Remisage hors saison
Procédez de la manière suivante pour préparer
votre tondeuse pour un entreposage prolongé.
1. Nettoyez et lubrifiez soigneusement la
tondeuse selon les instructions de lubrifica-
tion.
2. L’utilisation d’un nettoyeur sous pression
ou d’un boyau d’arrosage pour nettoyer la
tondeuse est déconseillée.
3. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du moteur
quant aux instructions d’entreposage du
moteur.
4. Enduisez la lame de la tondeuse d’une
graisse à châssis pour l’empêcher de rouiller.
5. Entreposez la tondeuse dans un endroit sec
et propre. Ne la remisez pas près de produits
corrosifs, comme des engraise.
REMARQUE: Il est très important de bien
protéger le matériel contre la rouille s’il doit être
entreposé dans un abri métallique non ventilé.
Enduisez toute la machine, en particulier les
câbles et toutes les pièces mobiles, avec une
huile légère ou de la silicone.
AVERTISSEMENT
10
5
Entretien
Arrêtez toujours le
moteur et débranchez
le fil de la bougie et
mettez-le à la masse
contre le moteur
avant tout nettoyage,
toute lubrification ou
autre entretien sur la
machine.
L’utilisation d’un
nettoyeur pressurisé ou
d’un boyau d’arrosage
pour nettoyer la
tondeuse est décon-
seillée. Cela risque en
effet d’endommager les
composants élec-
triques, les fusées, les
poulies, les roulements
ou le moteur. L’emploi
d’eau a tendance à
raccourcir la vie de la
tondeuse et à limiter sa
facilité d’entretien.
Figure 10
Recommandations d’ordre général
1. Suivez toujours les consignes de sécurité lors
de tout entretien.
2. La garantie de cette tondeuse ne s’applique
pas à toute pièce qui a fait l’objet d’un emploi
abusif ou d’une négligence. Pour bénéficier
au maximum de la garantie, l’utilisateur doit
entretenir la tondeuse conformément aux
instructions de cette notice.
3. La garantie sera nulle et non avenue si une
modification est apportée au régulateur du
moteur.
4. Vérifiez tous les réglages au moins une fois
par saison.
5. Vérifez régulièrement que toute la boulon-
nerie est bien serrée.
Lubrification
1. Lubrifiez les points de pivot de la poignée de
commande de la lame au moins une fois par
saison avec une huile légère. La commande
de la lame doit fonctionner facilement dans
les deux sens. Voir la Figure 10.
2. Lubrifiez les roulements à billes des roues au
moins une fois par saison avec de l’huile flu-
ide, tous les autres genres n’ont pas be soin
d’être lubrifiées. Toutefois, si elles doivent
être démontées pour une raison quelconque,
lubrifiez la surface du boulon d’essieu et la
surface intérieure de la roue avec une huile
automobile légère.
3. Le ressort de torsion et le point de pivotement
doivent être lubrifiés régulièrement avec une
huile légère pour empêcher la rouille. Voir la
Figure 10.
,UBRIFIEZCES
POINTSAVANT
LEREMONTAGE
AVERTISSEMENT
4. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du moteur pour
les instructions de lubrification.
Moteur
1. Consultez la notice d’utilisation du moteur pour
tout ce qui concerne l’entretien du moteur.
2. Utilisez l’huile à moteur recommandée dans la
notice d’utilisation du moteur fournie avec la
tondeuse. Lisez attentivement les instructions
et suivez-les.
3. Dans des conditions normales nettoyez le filtre
à air recommandée dans la notice d’utilisation
du moteur fournie avec la tondeuse. Nettoyez-
le à intervalles plus rapprochés dans des
conditions très poussiéreuses. Une mauvaise
performance du moteur et sa «noyade» sont
des indications que le filtre à air doit être
nettoyé.
4. Nettoyez la bougie et ajustez l’écartement
une fois par saison. Il est recommandé de
remplacer la bougie au début de chaque
saison. Vérifiez le type de bougie à utiliser et
l’écartement correct dans la notice d’utilisation
du moteur.
REMARQUE: Ce système d’allumage par étince-
lle de véhicule respecte toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
5. Nettoyez le moteur régulièrement avec un
linge ou une brosse. Gardez le système de
refroidissement (à proximité du ventilateur)
propre pour assurer la bonne circulation d’air
essentielle aux bonnes performances et à la
longévité du moteur. Enlevez tous les brins
d’herbe, la saleté et autres débris combus-
tibles se trouvant à proximité du silencieux.
Plateau de coupe
Nettoyez le dessous du plateau de coupe après
chaque utilisation pour empêcher les brins
d’herbe, les feuilles ou la saleté de s’y accumuler.
Toute accumulation favorise la rouille et la corro-
sion et peut empêcher le déchiquetage efficace.
Inclinez la tondeuse et grattez le dessous du
plateau de coupe avec un outil approprié (après
avoir vérifié que la bougie est débranchée) pour
nettoyer le plateau de coupe.
REMARQUE: Si la machine est basculée pour
permettre un accès plus facile à la lame ou la
courroie, basculez la tondeuse selon les instructions
dans la notice d’utilisation du moteur. S’il n’y a pas
d’instructions spécifiques, basculez la tondeuse avec
le filtre à air et le carburateur sur le haut.
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4
Les objets projetés
par une tondeuse
peuvent atteindre les
yeux et causer des
blessures graves.
Portez toujours
des lunettes de
sécurité en utilisant
la tondeuse, ou en ef-
fectuant tout entretien
ou toute réparation.
Assurez-vous que
seul le conducteur
se trouve à proximité
de la tondeuse au
moment de sa mise
en route ou pendant
son utilisation.
Ne faites jamais
fonctioner la machine
dans un local clos et
mal aéré, car les gaz
d’échappement du
moteur contiennent
du monoxyde de
carbone, un gaz ino-
dore très dangereux.
N’approchez pas les
mains, pieds, cheveux
et vêtements lâches
des pièces en mouve-
ment du moteur et de
la tondeuse.
Figure 9
Utilisation
AVERTISSEMENT
Utilisation de la tondeuse
Vérifiez qu’il n’y a plus de pierres, de morceaux
de bois, de fils métalliques ou autres objets sur
la pelouse, qui risquent d’endommager la ton-
deuse ou le moteur. Ces objets pourraient être
projetés par la tondeuse dans une direction ou
une autre et blesser grièvement le conducteur
ou toute autre personne présente.
AVERTISSEMENT: Arrêtez le
moteur si vous heurtez un objet
quelconque. Débranchez le fil de
la bougie, cherchez soigneuse-
ment tout signe de dégât à la
tondeuse et réparez-la avant de
la remettre en marche et de vous
en servir. Des vibrations impor-
tantes de la tondeuse indiquent
des dégâts. Faites examiner et
réparer la machine rapidement.
Conseils d’utilisation
1. Pour obtenir les meilleurs résultats et déchi-
queter efficacement, ne coupez pas l’herbe
mouillée.
2. Une tonte plus étroite peut être nécessaire si
l’herbe est nouvelle, drue ou humide.
3. Votre pelouse sera plus saine si vous ne
tondez jamais plus d’un tiers de la longueur
totale des brins d’herbe.
4. Continuez à tondre la pelouse à l’automne
jusqu’à ce qu’elle cesse de pousser.
5. Ajustez la vitesse de déplacement en fonction
des conditions de travail.
6. Si l’herbe a été permis de pousser en excès
de 4 pouces, le déchiquetage est déconseillé.
Utilisez d’abord le déflecteur de la goulotte
latéral pour réduire la hauteur de l’herbe à
3-1/4 pouces ou moins, avant de déchiqueter
l’herbe.
3. Placez-vous derrière la tondeuse et pressez
la commande de la lame contre le guidon
supérieur, voir la Figure 9. Le volet de départ
revient lentement à la position d’origine
quand la commande de la lame est action-
née. Passez rapidement au paragraphe 4
ci-dessous.
4. Prenez la poignée du démarreur à lanceur de
la façon illustrée et tirez-la lentement jusqu’à
ce que vous sentiez une légère résistance.
Tirez alors rapidement pour faire démarrer
le moteur et pour éviter le recul. Laissez la
poignée revenir lentement jusqu’au boulon de
guidage de la corde.
AVERTISSEMENT : Attendez que
la lame se soit complètement
immobilisée avant de travailler
sur la tondeuse ou de retirer le
sac à herbe.
Arrêt du moteur
1. Lâchez la poignée de commande de la lame
pour arrêter le moteur et la lame.
AVERTISSEMENT: La lame
continue à tourner pendant
quelques secondes après que le
moteur s’est éteint.
2. Débranchez le fil de la bougie et mettez-le
à la masse contre le moteur pour empêcher
tout démarrage accidentel lorsque la ma-
chine n’est pas surveillée.
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